Thérèse of Lisieux

Thérèse of Lisieux, also known as "The Little Flower," was a French Catholic nun and saint born in 1873. She is renowned for her "little way" of spiritual childhood, emphasizing simplicity, trust in God, and love in daily actions. Despite her short life—she died of tuberculosis at 24—her writings, particularly "Story of a Soul," deeply influenced Catholic spirituality. Canonized in 1925, she is a Doctor of the Church, recognized for her profound insights. Thérèse is often invoked for her relatable approach to faith, teaching that great love can be expressed in small, everyday acts.